Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

Convert cubic feet to cubic meters easily using our convenient calculator tool. This conversion is especially useful for various applications such as construction, engineering, and logistics. Understanding this conversion enables students and professionals to work effectively with different units of volume.

What is a cubic foot?

A cubic foot is a unit of volume measurement representing the volume of a cube with edges that are each one foot in length. It is commonly denoted as ft³.

What is a cubic meter?

A cubic meter is a unit of volume measurement representing the volume of a cube with edges that are each one meter in length. It is commonly denoted as m 3.

How do you convert cubic feet to cubic meters?

To convert cubic feet to cubic meters, you can use the conversion factor:

  • 1 cubic foot = 0.0283168 cubic meters.
  • 1 gallon is approximately equal to 3.78541 liters

Formula

The conversion formula for cubic feet to cubic meters is:

Volume in cubic meters = Volume in cubic feet × 0.0283168

Examples:

Example 1:

Convert 10 cubic feet to cubic meters.

Volume in cubic meters = Volume in cubic feet × 0.0283168

Volume in cubic meters = 10 ft 3 × 0.0283168

Result: 0.283168 m3

Example 2:

If a container has a volume of 50 cubic feet.

what is the volume in cubic meters?

Volume in cubic meters = Volume in cubic feet × 0.0283168

Volume in cubic meters = 50 ft 3 × 0.0283168

Result: 1.415 m3

Example 3:

A swimming pool has a volume of 5000 cubic feet.

What is the volume in cubic meters?

Volume in cubic meters = Volume in cubic feet × 0.0283168

Volume in cubic meters = 5000 ft 3 × 0.0283168

Result: 141.585 m3

Frequently Asked Questions

Cubic feet and cubic meters are units of volume commonly used in different contexts. Converting between them helps in standardizing measurements for various applications.

This converter assumes uniform volume distribution. For irregular shapes, calculate the volume first and then use the converter.

The converter provides accurate results. However, rounding may occur in displayed values, so for precise calculations, use the exact conversion factor.

A straightforward method for a rough mental conversion is to divide the volume in cubic feet by 35 to get an approximate volume in cubic meters. However, for precise calculations, it is recommended to use the standard conversion factor of 1 cubic foot = 0.0283168 cubic meters.